April 24, 2025 - May 11, 2025
SPRING AWAKENINGS
In a world where curiosity is stifled and questions are met with silence, a group of teenagers finds themselves thrust into the chaos of adolescence without a guide. Melchior, an intellectual rebel; Wendla, an inquisitive girl; and Moritz, a boy burdened by academic pressures—grapple with their budding desires and the harsh realities of growing up in a society that refuses to provide answers. When it first premiered in 1906, Frank Wedekind's Spring Awakenings ignited scandal and censorship with its daring exploration of sexuality and rebellion that remains relevant today as a timeless exploration of the dawning of youth.
A play by Frank Wedekind. Translated from German by Francis J. Ziegler. Directed and adapted by Lazy Susan Theatre Co. company member Matthew Masino. Poster designed by Pierce Howard.
CAST & CREATIVE
*- DENOTES A LAZY SUSAN THEATRE CO. COMPANY MEMBER
†- DENOTES LAZY SUSAN THEATRE CO. ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Matthew Masino*
Director & Adaptor
Nealie Tinlin*†
Asst. Director
Frank Wedekind
Playwright
Francis J. Ziegler
Translator
Sarah Schorle*
Stage Manager
Amina Gilbert*
Lighting Designer
Elly Burke*
Costume Designer
Michael Van Bodegom-Smith
Composer
Dominic Rincker
Musical Director
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As a new theatre company in Chicago, we rely on your donations to continue creating impactful and unique theatre while providing a home for artists across the city. No matter the amount, your donation is important to us. Lazy Susan Theatre Co. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit; your donation is fully tax-deductible. 100% of donations given on this page will go directly to the Spring Awakenings budget. Explore donation levels and benefits below:
FRIEND OF SUSAN ($10+)
Recognition on the lobby donor board, in the show program, and in the credits of the show recording, and early access to recorded productions
SUSAN’S SUPPORTER ($50+)
All benefits listed above, a personalized thank you card from Lazy Susan artistic directors Hannah and Nealie, a Lazy Susan Theatre Co. magnet with an original design by a company member
STAR LOVERS ($100+)
All benefits listed above, 2 complimentary tickets to a performance of your choice, a poster signed by the cast and director, and a Lazy Susan Theatre Co. tote bag.
THE GOLDEN TURNTABLE CLUB ($500+)
All benefits listed above, a video thank you from the cast, 2 additional complimentary tickets (4 total) to performances of your choice, reserved seating in a premium area, a printed copy of the script, signed by the cast and crew, and a Lazy Susan Theatre Co. shirt.
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